For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 187 students in 49643, MI (there are 2 private schools, serving 622 private students). 23% of all K-12 students in 49643, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public school in 49643, MI is Lake Ann Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 49643 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49643, MI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49643, MI Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lake Ann Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
19375 Bronson Lake Rd
Interlochen, MI 49643
(231) 275-7730
Interlochen, MI 49643
(231) 275-7730
Gr: PK-5 | 187 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
49643, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3113 M 137
Interlochen, MI 49643
(231) 933-5920
Interlochen, MI 49643
(231) 933-5920
Gr: PK-5 | 174 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 49643, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 49643, MI include Lake Ann Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 49643?
1 public schools are located in 49643.
What percentage of students in 49643 go to public school?
23% of all K-12 students in 49643 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 49643?
49643 public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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